Upper Marlboro night out ends in prison and tragedy

Drunk driving crash kills three former high school football players

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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A Prince George's County judge sentenced Cori Clingman to three years in prison for a drunk driving crash that began after friends met at Upper Marlboro's Famous Lounge and killed three former Wise High School football players. The case, tied closely to Upper Marlboro schools, businesses, and roads, has shaken the community and prompted renewed warnings about speeding and alcohol.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing issue of drunk driving and its devastating consequences on local communities. It also raises questions about public safety, the role of local businesses, and how to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.

The details

According to reports, Cori Clingman was driving under the influence after meeting with friends at the Famous Lounge in Upper Marlboro. She was involved in a crash that killed three former Wise High School football players. The case has deeply impacted the Upper Marlboro community, where the victims and their families were known.

  • On February 12, 2026, a Prince George's County judge sentenced Cori Clingman to three years in prison for the drunk driving crash.

The players

Cori Clingman

A Prince George's County resident who was sentenced to three years in prison for a drunk driving crash that killed three former high school football players.

Wise High School

The high school that the three victims, former football players, attended.

Famous Lounge

The Upper Marlboro bar where Clingman and her friends met before the fatal crash occurred.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Cori Clingman out on bail.

The takeaway

This tragic case highlights the ongoing issue of drunk driving and its devastating impact on local communities. It underscores the need for greater awareness, education, and enforcement to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future and to protect public safety.